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๐ŸPsidium guajava

Guava leaf

Psidium guajava

The leaves of the guava tree โ€” used across tropical Latin America for gut and blood-sugar support.

Traditional use

Brewed for diarrhea, mouth ulcers (as a gargle), and as a daily tonic in folk diabetes support.

How to prepare

1 tsp dried guava leaves per cup, just-boiled water, steep 10 minutes. Drink up to 2 cups daily.

Safety notes

Lowers blood sugar โ€” monitor if diabetic on medication. Avoid medicinal amounts in pregnancy.

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